A PAIR OF INSCRIBED CLOISONNE WALL VASES QING DYNASTY, QIANLONG PERIOD

each of flattened globular form rising from a splayed foot to a waisted neck and a bulb rim, flanked by two foliate loop-handles, the body inset with a raised chloromelanite jade plaque within a gilt border, deftly incised with a five-column imperial poem preceeded by the characters yu zhi, the medallion further encircled on the sides by undulating strapwork and archaistic motifs enamelled in three tones of blue, all below a lotus wreathed by feathery scrolls around the neck, and above a frieze of green ruyi at the foot, the rims and handles gilt

One with a label 'Seltene chines. Wandvasen, Qianlong 1736-1795, Kobe, Zürich, 5.11.1987' on the back.

One chloromelanite plaque has a restored crack across with a few losses filled in along the diameter. There are a few typical burst air bubbles and a few losses to the enamels, especially to the base of one handle (3.2 cm, filled in), but most has been well preserved. Otherwise the vases are in good condition with expected rubbing to the gilded areas and minor dents to the edges.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."